This 12-week programme uses creative writing to raise aspirations, help young people find their voice and empower them to tell their stories.

SHiFT works with children who are caught up in or are at risk of harm.

Children are referred into this project by the police at the point of arrest when they are found in possession of a class B or class C drug.

The programme uses the moment a child is brought into the police custody suite to support and engage them in a range of activities to reduce their risk of future violent offending.

The programme works with young people, aged between 10 and 15 years-old who come into police custody due to violent behaviour.

The project works with young people when they enter police custody, utilising that ‘teachable moment’ to engage them in a 12-week programme.